A statewide hartal called in protest against the death of Nithin Raj, a BDS student of a dental college at Ancharakandi in Kannur, began on Tuesday morning. The hartal, organised by a coalition of Dalit organisations, is being held from 6 AM to 6 PM demanding the arrest of those responsible for the student’s death. Read More…
The Central Meteorological Department has forecast summer rains accompanied by thunderstorms in several parts of Kerala, issuing a yellow alert in multiple districts. According to the weather department, moderate to heavy rainfall and strong winds are likely in parts of central and northern Kerala. Wind speeds may reach 40–50 kmph, along with lightning in isolated Read More…
A statewide hartal has been called in Kerala on Tuesday in protest against the death of Nithin Raj, a student of a dental college in Kannur. Protesters are demanding a fair investigation into the incident and action against those held responsible. The hartal is scheduled from 6 AM to 6 PM, with organisers urging the Read More…
In the wake of the explosion at Mundathikode in Thrissur during fireworks manufacturing for the Thrissur Pooram, the organisers of the Puthuppally church festival have decided to cancel the fireworks display. The organising committee announced that the decision was taken considering safety concerns and as a mark of respect for the victims of the tragedy, Read More…
Gold prices witnessed a further increase on today, according to market data, indicating a continued upward trend in the bullion market. The price of 22-carat gold (916) has risen to ₹14,155 per gram, marking an increase of ₹35 per gram. For 8 grams, the rate now stands at ₹1,13,240. Meanwhile, 18-carat gold is priced at Read More…
The death toll in the Mundathikode fireworks unit explosion in Kerala has risen to 16, following the death of another injured person undergoing treatment. According to police, Unnikrishnan (58), a native of Edappal, succumbed to his injuries at Thrissur Medical College on April 26. He was among the 38 people present at the fireworks manufacturing Read More…
The Central Meteorological Department has warned of intense heat conditions across Kerala on Sunday and Monday (April 26 and 27), with temperatures expected to rise 3 to 4 degrees Celsius above normal. According to the forecast, Palakkad district may record temperatures up to 40°C, while Kollam could see up to 39°C. Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Thrissur, and Read More…
The city of Thrissur came alive with vibrant festive energy as celebrations of the iconic Thrissur Pooram unfolded, reflecting strong public participation and cultural fervour. Despite recent challenges, including concerns over safety and scaled-down arrangements, the spirit of the festival remained intact. Crowds gathered across the city to witness traditional rituals, cultural performances, and the Read More…
The Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has directed all schools in the state to conclude training sessions during April and May by 10:30 AM in view of the intense heat. The order was issued by a full bench led by Chairperson K. V. Manoj Kumar, along with members Shajesh Bhaskar and Dr. Read More…
The Civil Supplies Commissioner has directed consumers who have access to piped natural gas (PNG) to surrender their LPG connections immediately. The move comes amid ongoing restrictions on LPG distribution across the country due to the prevailing geopolitical situation in West Asia. The directive follows a Gazette notification issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Read More…